Selling your own home requires research

Perhaps one homeowner in five sells without using an agent, but it takes some studying to understand the process.

Measure seeks to curb “roll your own” cigarette movement

OLYMPIA — State legislators are looking to crack down on the “roll your own” cigarette movement, which has sprung up within the past year to help consumers find an alternative to paying soaring tobacco taxes. Stores like U Count Tobacco in Aberdeen, which opened just four months ago, could be put out of business if one of several pieces of legislation up for consideration gets approved.

Is capital gains tax due on an inherited house?

Q When my dad died a few years back my parents' house was transferred into my name for me and my mum to live in. I now want to buy my own home with my boyfriend, but obviously won't be selling my dad's house as my mum will continue to live there. The new house will be in my and my boyfriend's names and everything will operate as normal, with the mortgage and bills etc split and paid equally.  I ...

Banks are not your friends

Financial institutions do  not give you money because they want your dreams to come true. They give you money for their own gain. Here are the best ways to reduce your reliance on these businesses.

DEPRESSED HOME PRICES FUEL SPIKE IN REMODELING

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